Makaton Taster Workshop for Families and Carers

Contact A Family will give a free Makaton Taster Workshop for Families and Carers at Toby House on Monday May 22nd.

This free session will give you a practical insight into what Makaton is and who uses it. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn approximately 30 signs and symbols.

And you’ll get handouts about everything you’ve learned to take home and share. Plus you’ll get some general information about further training and resources.

The workshop will be conducted by Shona Chambers, CAF North East‘s Parent Adviser and Regional Makaton Tutor.

Book your place

The workshop is open to any family member of someone on the autism spectrum.

Places are free, but must be booked beforehand.

Date: Monday 22 May 2017

Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm

Place: Toby House, Bedlington

Book via: E-mail lynda.richardson@ttht.co.uk or call us on 0300 365 3055.

What is Makaton?

Makaton is a language programme that uses sign language and pictorial symbols to communicate.

It’s a support for spoken language rather than a replacement. The method uses signs and symbols in spoken word order alongside speech and at the same time.

It allows children and adults to communicate straight away. Eventually the signs and symbols might be dropped as spoken language develops. This makes it a useful tool for working with children on the autism spectrum.

About Post Author

The Toby Henderson Trust provides relevant, appropriate and accessible support for autistic young people from 2 to 20 years old, while also empowering parents, families and carers by sharing knowledge, experience and understanding. The charity’s focus is to improve the quality of life of both the autistic child and their family and carers.
Additional services provided by the Trust include support for families and carers in conjunction with the provision of specialist information and training. The Toby Henderson Trust also provides both group and 1 to 1 social communication activities for children over 5 years.